German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has greenlit the provisional activation of the EU-Mercosur trade pact, sidestepping immediate legal challenges from European Parliament opponents. During a Frankfurt address this week, Scholz confirmed the agreement will enter force as soon as any Mercosur member state completes its ratification process, enabling the framework to operate under temporary provisions. This strategic move allows the trade partnership to commence before legal scrutiny from critics can halt implementation. The provisional activation represents a significant shift in EU trade policy, bridging commercial ties with South American markets despite institutional resistance. Scholz's decision prioritizes momentum over judicial delays, setting a precedent for how the bloc handles contentious trade arrangements when domestic opposition surfaces.